1967 Map of Blabon

About this map

Great Northern rail lines cut a diagonal path across this agricultural landscape in Steele County, anchoring the small settlements of Blabon and Pickert. The terrain is characterized by the winding course of the Maple River, which meanders through the central townships of Easton, Melrose, Greenview, and Riverside. This 1960s-era survey provides a detailed look at the rural infrastructure of the Missouri River Basin development era, including small-scale landmarks such as a Gaging Station, a local Landing Strip, and several Gravel Pits. Local history is preserved through the locations of the St Petri Ch and its adjacent St Petri Cem, alongside the Finley Cem near the northern boundary. The map captures a moment when rail transport and natural water bodies like Lynch Lake remained central to the organization of these North Dakota townships.